Potentilla anserina is native to the Orkney Isles of Scotland. The flowers of Silverweed open only on sunny days. All parts of the Silverweed plant are edible and have been used as a medicinal herb due to its astringent properties and active compounds. Silverweed, when brewed as a tea, has been widely used to treat everything from skin discolouration, to sunburn to removing blemishes. Our own research has shown Silverweed Extract to have excellent antioxidant results and anti-inflammatory effects.The leaves are also suggested to make a good skin cleansing lotion and soothing balm for inflamed skin.